Villa Castello
Location: Hydra, Hydra, gr
Star Rating: 9.2 Stars
Property Type: Apartments
About this Property
Luxurious Self-Catering Villa in the Heart of Hydra
Charming Accommodation: Villa Castello offers a cozy retreat with air conditioning, a private terrace, and a spacious seating area. The full kitchen equipped with modern amenities ensures a comfortable stay.
Breathtaking Views: Wake up to stunning sea or garden views, creating a serene atmosphere for relaxation. The proximity to Hydra Port and Hydra Museum Historical Archives adds to the allure of this picturesque location.
Exciting Activities: Indulge in outdoor adventures with barbecue facilities, perfect for social gatherings. Explore horse riding and fishing opportunities nearby, ensuring a memorable stay at Villa Castello.
Experience luxury and comfort at Villa Castello - Book now for an unforgettable getaway!
Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Amenities & Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- BBQ facilities
- Board games/puzzles
- Grocery deliveries
- Outdoor furniture
- Coffee Shop on site
- Pet bowls
- Invoice provided
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Free wired internet
- Snorkeling on site
- Internet access
- Fishing nearby
Rooms Available
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Studio Apartment with Sea View
Featuring a separate bedroom, this air-conditioned apartment comes with a kitchen and seating area. It opens to a balcony with sea views.
Max Occupancy: 7 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- CD player
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Key access
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Studio Apartment with Sea View
Featuring 2 separate bedrooms, this air-conditioned apartment comes with a kitchen and seating area. It is located on the ground floor and provides access to the garden.
Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- CD player
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Private apartment in building
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Key access
Guest Reviews
- Lena (10/5): -
- jacques (9/5): - Big and comfortable. Great balcony and roof terrace overlooking the sea . Traditional design with all modern facilities. While located first line to the sea there was quite a lot of noisy naval traffic and there was motorized road work right next to the house.
- ΙΩΆΝΝΗΣ (10/5): -
- Helena Malu Sunke (10/5): A view that leaves you speechless... - Beliggenheden var fuldstændig magisk! Der var både terrasse lige uden for stuen og tagterrasse, og begge havde den mest fantastiske udsigt. Vi brugte det meste af tiden på tagterrassen, når vi ikke udforskede øen. Jeg har ingen anmærkninger på dette. Alt var helt magisk!
- Pranav (10/5): Great holiday. - Close to the port and spacious for three of us. A terrace and windows look out on the sea
- Christos (10/5): -
- Diane (9/5): -
- Jérôme (10/5): -
- K&H Alexander (10/5): Stunning location - The location of this apartment is superb. It is just a few minutes walk from the harbour front in town. And being tucked around the headland it is very quiet - only the sounds I'd passing boats to be heard. The rooftop terrace gave us splendid views of the sunsets.
The apartment itself was very cosy and comfortable - the second 'bedroom' doubles up as the kitchen living room but it does have its own shower room. The other bedroom has an ensuite. Both shower rooms feature some of the underlying rock of the hill - very creative designs.
The kitchen had all you'd need for basic meal provision, though we ate evening meals in town - some excellent restaurants!
The host met us at the ferry landing and showed us to and around the apartment when we arrived.
All in all, a fabulous from where to explore the delightful island of Hydra. Occasionally there was a stale smell from one of the shower drains, but these dispersed quickly once we opened some windows.
And if course it was sad to leave at the end of our stay.
- Caroline (10/5): Un séjour exceptionnel sur une île magique! - Alexi est un hôte super! Nous sommes arrivés pendant la grève, il a pris le soin de nous contacter pour nous en informer et à organiser le transfert pour nous sans quoi nous aurions été bloqué à Athènes.
La vue de l’appartement est magnifique!
La localisation par rapport au port est parfaite!
- Jodie (8/5): -
- FIONA (9/5): Wonderfully comfortable and spacious flat, fabulously located at the edge of Hydra Port - Fabulous location with excellent views! Upper level wooden patio furniture was tired and chairs were broken (chair arms kept coming apart).
- Yvette (9/5): Lovely place although the apartment was does not benefit from views or much light , terrace is great but separate from a - Great location, fantastic roof terrace with views , tastefully decorated with charm Lack of windows or views ,
- William (9/5): Great relaxing Stay! - Excellent Location, amazing view from the rooftop terrace. Needs refurbishment. Water heater needs to be switched off before showering and can't be kept on.
- vella (10/5): Fantastic stay - We absolutely loved the property . It was exceptional. It was great for three independent travellers . The rooftop an absolute bonus . The location was great . Nothing to dislike . It is very unique
- Efi (8/5): -
- Tamarra (10/5): Best location, best views, best patio with sunset views, best home in Hydra! - This is one of the best places to stay possible, even if it were triple the price. Make sure to book it if you’re going to Hydra. The sunsets are spectacular from the balconies and the 5 minute walk to town is easy. It’s quiet here and you can also walk by turning right to Mandraki Beach for a lovely day. Alexis was so nice and helpful before and during the trip. The “castle” is perfectly quiet, the air conditioning works great, and it’s fantastic to have air cons in the living room and the bedroom if you have guests sleeping in each. I can’t recommend this highly enough. We stayed a week and it wasn’t enough with so many beaches to go to. The first bakery you reach before town is the best - get the ham and cheese pastry if you get there before they sell out. Take the boat to Bisti beach if you have time and have a great trip to Hydra! Everything was amazing
- Thor (8/5): Fint ophold og god beliggenhed og værd at besøge igen - God beliggenhed væk fra havnen
Fantastisk udsigt særlig fra terrassen
Roligt om natten
God air con og smukke rum Internet var nærmest ikke eksisterende
Larm om dagen fra både/skibe som ankommer og tager afsted fra havnen
Nederst bolig var meget mørk med 2 små vinduer i boligen ud mod havet (en del af arkitekturen)
- smith (10/5): - Met at the port and shown to the apartment. Lovely views. Cute apartment.
- Anne catherine (9/5): -
- Moira (8/5): Something a little different ,location and view were excellent - Location was perfect - a little out of main town Location and charm
- Marina (10/5): Fantastic ! - Beautiful space and view Nothing !
- Joanne (10/5): Exceptional -
- Iván (10/5): Extraordinary - Location
Equipment
View
- Sarah (10/5): Incredible stay, I look forward to returning next year. - Amazing, amazing stay. Magical Hydra, close to the shops, yet quiet for the pure relaxation the sunrises and sunsets of the island bring. I loved the private terrace off the side of the bedroom, balcony, sweeping breezes and delightful decor. The well-equipped kitchen was perfect for organizing breakfasts, lunch and dinners. The ONLY thing is the shower head not being able to attach to be able to be upright. It was manageable without, though!
- Robert (10/5): life changing - Amazing place in the best place in the world nothing
- Marina (10/5): Amazing views, overlooking the mediterranean- comfortable stay, a few minutes walk into town. - Amazing place - large and big rooms with windows overlooking the mediterranean- great comfortable apartment with some lovely authentic touches. The terrace just outside was fabulous, as was the shared terrace up on the roof - couldn't be better and the hosts were lovely. The port is only a few minutes walk and close to the restaurants and swimming locations. We loved our stay here! Nothing!
- Marianna (8/5): Amani view - Amazing house in the port with magnificent view Need new bed , pillows and need an update in decoration and bath facilities
- Robert (10/5): Exceptional -
- Neil (9/5): Superb - Location and ease of booking and communication Would have been nice if second bedroom was actually a separate room but still worked for us
- Anna (10/5): We had a great time - close to the centre & beautiful views everywhere! - The views were stunning & the villa was beautiful. Our bed was pretty hard, but I am fussy!
- Walker (8/5): Rooftop terrace, views over the sea and wry short walk to town centre for restaurants etc. - Rooftop terrace, views over the sea and wry short walk to town centre for restaurants etc.
- Darren (10/5): Great place in a great location. Apartment had lots of addons that were well appreciated. Great view - Fantastic location and wonderful place. Loved the rooftop area. Loved the fact it appears to be a very old building. Could not have been happier with the place and location.
- Peggy (9/5): We arrived in March beautiful apartment walking distance to everything superb view and whisper quiet - Shower is a bit slow
- Rabindra (6/5): Pleasant -
- Papapetros (9/5): Very good - Very good location
- Greg (10/5): Exceptional - A perfect relaxed place enjoyed by all Not there long enough
- Gecmen (9/5): Superb -
- Zendeli (10/5): Amazing! - The location and the views were the best part!
The balconies were amazing. The beds were comfortable; we had everything we needed. Would book again for sure!
- Katerina (10/5): Exceptional -
- Renzullo (10/5): Property was in a great location. Roof terrace was incredible. Property was very clean and had everything we needed. - Roof terrace 2nd bedroom in kitchen
- Moonstar (10/5): Beautiful Villa close to town full of restaurants, bakery, supermarkets and shops. The Villa is built into the cave and - This Villa was amazing. There is no need for the donkey to take your suitcase to this property. It’s nestled into the cave with fantastic views of the sea. You can spend the whole day watching the ferries come into the port! The rooftop was fantastic. Everything was in walking distance with a large choice of restaurants and shops. In the Villa Castello there is really only one large master bedroom with a small ensuite, the other bed is in the kitchen/living area of the villa. Not ideal for 2 couples but perfect for a family. We made it work though. The breeze from the sea was refreshing! We chose to swim of the rocks pass the marina, which was a short stroll! 2nd bedroom is in the living area. Not ideal for 2 couples.
- Leighton (10/5): Exceptional - The view was magnificent. The apartment was charming and the location was perfect.
- Aikaterini (9/5): Superb -
- Julie (10/5): Just wonderful. - Very well equipped. Perfect location. Idyllic. View from kitchen window lovely. We watched the boats go by. From the rooftop terrace we enjoyed the sunsets in privacy. These memories will stay with us. Only small things... a shower curtain for main 'seated shower' would be good. A screen or curtain to separate the kitchen from the sleeping area would be nice. The lock on the terrace gate needs fixing. Just minor things really.
- Devon (10/5): Exceptional - Location was perfect and villa was beautiful and very comfortable.
- Peter (9/5): Fantastic rustic villa with great views from which to enjoy everything Hydra has to offer. - The Villa is in a fantastic location with an incredible view over the sea. We particularly enjoyed the roof terrace, which goes well with a cold glass of wine.
- Michael (8/5): Great Location - Location, two good showers, big roof terrace, sea view, quiet, washing machine. WiFi didn't work. Beds in living room - only one real bedroom. Just about OK for adult family of four.
- Murray (8/5): Hydra is indeed a stunning island and we really enjoyed our time on the island . - The views and privacy of this upstairs apartment were stunningly beautiful and the private sunny balcony delightful . To watch the sunset everyday was pure bliss . Unfortunately as a couple over 65 the bed was uncomfortable and despite being extremely tired from 10 km walks each day we had trouble sleeping the four nights we were there . Younger people may not have these issues ! The kitchen is basic as is the bathroom but there was plenty of very hot water . We were without a plug for the sink which made it difficult to wash up . It’s a reasonable distance from the ferry with luggage up stairs to the front door so travel lightly and you will be fine . Lovely bakery / coffee shop not far away and amazing walks .
- Cynthia (8/5): Very good - Beautiful location and view. I thought we were booking the room in the photos which had a balcony. I was disappointed to see that the room we received was below the balcony but it worked out alright. Fewer steps! But both rooms accessed the rooftop balcony which was lovely.
- Aleksandra (10/5): Beautiful villa with sea view. - The house is a 5-minute walk from the port. This is very comfortable if you come to the island with a suitcase.
The villa is not very large, but it has a beautiful roof where you can have dinner at sunset.
- Nikos (9/5): Superb -
- Helen (10/5): Exceptional -
- Scott (10/5): Exceptional - We loved the location. The apartment had everything you needed. Clean and very comfortable beds. Only the windy weather, which wasn't usual for Hydra in September.
- Adam (10/5): Fabulous place :) - Great location, brilliant view from the terrace upstairs. super comfortable beds, and unusual design (the house is carved into a rock) was great for cooling during warm nights. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
- Maria (10/5): Amazing aesthetics, perfect location and the best view - Great Location and amazing aesthetics with sea view There is nothing we didn’t like
- Juliet (10/5): Wonderful location, rooftop and general stay. Can't wait to return. Perfect host - The place was perfect, amazing location and lovely comfy beds. There were three of us and we stayed for 4 nights, we did not want to leave! Will be back!!
- Amy (8/5): Very good -
- Vasilios (10/5): Exceptional -
- Vankam (9/5): One of the best views in the island - Location and view amazing. Everything else could have gone wrong and still it might have been worth it It definitely cannot fit nicely 5 people as promised. 3 of them would have to sleep in the living room. I expected some more space.
- Deming (9/5): Superb -
- Johanne (10/5): The best greek holiday we have ever had - Perfect location on a perfect island Nothing
- Colleen (10/5): We loved our stay and would love to come back! - beautiful property!! so charming! nothing to dislike!
- Alicia (10/5): Perfect. loved it - Beautiful rustic accommodation. fabulous room terrace and perfect location on a beautiful island.
- @traveloutjourneyin (10/5): Exceptional -
- @traveloutjourneyin (10/5): Exceptional -
- Lesley (10/5): Gorgeous views from generous outdoor spaces. - This accommodation is an extraordinary find. The apartment was large with exceptional outdoor spaces. We really enjoyed sitting outside and watching the ocean while reading our books and sipping on some wine. There was lots of room indoors as well. The kitchen is extremely well appointed. The beds were comfortable and the place was very clean. It was a wonderful location for sitting out and watching the sunset. Very close to walk into town to grab a meal or an ice cream. It was also a wonderful walk in the other direction. It was very quiet most nights and we slept very well. The only time we ever saw the host was when we were greeted at the ferry and walked to the door. I'm sure we could've reached them if we needed anything. The water was scalding hot from the hot water tank. I think small children staying there could run the risk of burning her hands. I burnt my hand on the faucet in the shower, trying to put the shower handle back. It is only a hand held shower.
There is a public area just below the apartment where sometimes people like to hang out in the evenings to watch the sunset and drink. A couple of times they became quite noisy, but they never stayed for very long.
- Laura (10/5): perfect island location! - great location with sea view! spacious and beautiful
- Eric (9/5): Superb - An altogether lovely place, right on the water at the entrance of the port yet away from the crowds.
- Jason (10/5): Superb house, with spectacular views and great location! - Amazing location, amazing sea view, great terrace, simply perfect. Nothing!
- Graeme (10/5): Beatiful villa with exceptional views overlooking the harbour entrance and ocean. - Beutiful villa with a wonderful view overlooking the ocean and harbour entrance. The villa is beautiful and quite large. There are verandahs and a viewing deck on the top floor directly over the ocean. It is an easy walk to anywhere from the villa. The host Alexis was very kind and helpful.
- Willard (9/5): Superb -
- Joe (9/5): Superb -
- Dael (8/5): The location of this apartment (one floor in the “villa”) is great and made for an enjoyable stay but not the best value - great location. master bedroom very spacious and comfortable. great views. great a/c. No comfortable seating in living room - just beds and uncomfortable dining chairs. the patio shown in all the photos is not private and not part of this apartment - it is up two very steep flights of stairs and shared with the neighborhood. there is no balcony to this apartment nor any private outdoor space.
- Anna (7/5): Beautiful location and fun apartment but it is for 2-3 not 5-6 people - This is not a property for 5 people. The second bed is in the small living / kitchen area. Luckily it was just us and our daughter.
- Rachel (8/5): relaxing, stunning island, will return very soon. - the location was fantastic, just a short walk from the port, the views were stunning. Bed very very comfy. no iron so not the end of the world.
- Richard (7/5): lovely stay - location nothing
- Francien (5/5): Passable - Location was great Wifi should be available (for our work this was essential); and it wasn't there. After notifying, host gave us an explanation that wasn't correct/true. Fault of absence of internet was clearly in the house (while host said it was not on him but an error outside the house, due to the provider). We doubt whether they had internet subscription at all.
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